manticore
3 synonyms for manticore, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A legendary monster with the body of a lion, a human-like face, and a scorpion's tail, said to devour people.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Greek martikhóras, itself borrowed from an Old Persian word meaning "man-eater."
Full origin of manticore →Frequently asked questions
What does “manticore” mean?
The word “manticore” means a legendary monster with the body of a lion, a human-like face, and a scorpion's tail, said to devour people. In plain terms, a mythical man-eating beast, part lion, part scorpion, with a human face.
How do you pronounce “manticore”?
“Manticore” is pronounced MAN-tih-kawr (/ˈmæntɪˌkɔɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “manticore” in a sentence?
Here is “manticore” used in a sentence: “The fantasy novel featured a manticore guarding the mountain pass.”
What part of speech is “manticore”?
“Manticore” is a noun.
Where does the word “manticore” come from?
The word “manticore” comes from Persian. From Greek martikhóras, itself borrowed from an Old Persian word meaning "man-eater.".
